Scenario 1

Question 1

Explain the administration of the grip dynamometer

Answer 1

1. adj dynamometer to 2nd joint of hand to ensure proper grip
2. stand up straight, arm 90 deg, arm close to body
3. gradually build up tension for 2-3 secs (do not contort body) - avoid valsalva maneuver
4. allow 1-2 mins between trials
5. switch hands - repeat 3x’s each hand
6. scoring = R hand best + L hand best

Question 2

Explain the administration of the push-up test

Answer 2

1. have client assume position - bent knee for women and standard for men
2. begin test counting the total # of push-ups (consecutive - no resting) till exhaustion, client strains forcibly or unable to maintain technique for 2 reps
3. scoring = total # of pushups

Question 3

What is the proper breathing during the the push up test

Answer 3

exhale when pushing up (on the way up)

Question 4

when would you terminate the push-up test?

Answer 4

exhaustion, client strains forcibly, client is unable to maintain technique for 2 reps

Question 5

What is the rationale (purpose) for the dynamometer test?

Answer 5

to determine how much gripping force is generated in each hand to reflect overall strength

Question 6

What is the purpose of the push-up test

Answer 6

to determine how many push-ups can be completed to reflect muscular endurance

Question 7

What are 3 reasons why these tests useful?

Answer 7

1. asses ROM
2. Identify weaknesses
3. monitor rehab progress
4. monitor training progress/ effectiveness

Question 8

Name at least 1 precaution with these tests

Answer 8

low back pain